Session Title: Believe in Safety- Surviving Arc Flash

Session Description: One shortcut on the job nearly cost Brandon Schroeder his life. In this powerful session, Brandon shares the story of his accident and the lessons he learned the hard way. With the perspective of a journeyman electrician, he speaks directly to those in the trades—reminding us that safety isn’t just about rules or checklists. It’s about the choices we make every day to protect ourselves and the people we work alongside.

   

Speaker: Brandon Schroeder

Speaker Bio: Brandon Schroeder’s journey as a safety speaker began in 2012, following a life-altering workplace accident in 2011 that nearly claimed his life. With a background as a journeyman electrician since 2002, Brandon had built a solid reputation in the trades—valued for his technical skills, work ethic, and reliability. However, one decision to take a shortcut on the job changed everything.

What started as a single speaking engagement to share the circumstances surrounding his accident quickly turned into a calling. Over the last decade, Brandon has presented his story to hundreds of organizations—from Fortune 500 companies to local municipalities—sparking conversations and driving meaningful change in safety culture.

Through his presentation Believe in Safety, Brandon combines vivid storytelling, emotional transparency, and hard-earned insight to connect with audiences on a personal level. His goal is not to lecture, but to influence mindsets—empowering individuals and organizations to prioritize safety not just as a policy, but as a shared value.

Session Title: Top 3 Challenges Round Table Discussion

Session Description: What’s keeping contractors up at night? In this interactive session, attendees will break into groups to identify the top challenges facing their teams and share how they’re working through them. From staffing to safety to project delays, no topic is off the table. Groups will report out key takeaways so everyone walks away with fresh ideas and proven strategies.

Session Title: NFPA 70 and NFPA 70E – PPE Essentials Session Description: Understanding the difference between NFPA 70 and 70E is key to choosing the right PPE for the job. This session breaks down how these standards apply in the field, what types of PPE are required, and how to select gear that meets both safety needs and comfort for electrical work. Learn what to look for—and what to avoid—when it comes to protecting yourself and your crew.

Session Title: Managing Safety Recordkeeping

Session Description: This session offers a clear breakdown of what contractors need to document under the 1910 standard. OSHA will walk through the key recordkeeping requirements and share practical tips for staying organized and avoiding common mistakes in the field.

Session Title: Focus Four Hazards
Session Description: OSHA will provide the latest updates on the Focus Four hazards and how they continue to impact the construction and electrical trades. You'll also hear what’s new in the National Emphasis Program and what to expect during jobsite inspections.

Session Title: Mental Health in the Workplace

Session Description: Mental health is hitting the trades hard—and the numbers don’t lie. In this eye-opening session, you’ll learn just how deeply mental health issues are affecting our workforce and why it’s time to take action. We’ll share resources you can use to support your team and help prevent mental health incidents before they happen. Because looking out for your crew means more than just physical safety.

Session Title: AI's Role & Data in Safety

Session Description: AI might sound like a buzzword, but contractors across the country are already using it to track safety trends, spot issues before they become problems, and strengthen their safety culture from the ground up. This session will show you how AI can help make sense of the data you already have—from your subs to your drivers and warehouse teams—so you can better manage risk, boost engagement, and protect your crew.

Session Title: Plugged In & Protected: Building a Safer Start Within the Entire Organization Session Description: Safety doesn't start on the jobsite—it starts at every level of the organization. This session looks at how to create a safety-first mindset from the office to the field, with practical strategies for onboarding, communication, and leadership involvement. Learn how to plug everyone into the process and build a stronger, more unified approach to keeping your team protected from day one.

Session Title: Planning for Error: Hazard Identification & Mitigation Session Description: Even the best crews make mistakes—but smart planning can keep those mistakes from turning into major incidents. This session will explore practical ways to build error tolerance into your workflows, prepare for the unexpected, and reduce the impact when things don’t go as planned.

Session Title: Accident and Incident Investigation Session Description: Learn how to lead an effective accident or incident investigation that gets to the root of what happened—and helps prevent it from happening again. This session covers practical steps for gathering facts, documenting details, and building reports that lead to real improvements on the jobsite.